Assam: Bangladeshi arrested in Hailakandi for living illegally in India for 12 years

A Bangladeshi national has been arrested in Hailakandi, Assam, for living illegally in India for 12 years. The individual was taken into custody by local authorities.

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of illegal immigration in the region and the measures being taken by authorities to address it.

The individual, identified as Md. Shyam Uddin was apprehended from Dhanipur village under Lala Police Station in Hailakandi district after living in India for 12 years. 

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He had been residing at the house of Taj Uddin Chowdhury in Dhanipur village, Lala. Taj Uddin had provided him shelter for 12 years, presenting him as his son.

Last night, Lala Police arrested the Bangladeshi man from Dhanipur village. They also detained Taj Uddin Chowdhury for sheltering the Bangladeshi national. The Lala police have arrested both individuals and are continuing their interrogation.

The authorities are now investigating the matter further to determine how the individual managed to stay undetected for such a long period. Legal action is being taken against the person for violating immigration laws.